Practice Creep in Hardened Concrete - 3 | 13. Failure Mechanism in Hardened Concrete | Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 1
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Question 1

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What is creep in concrete?

💡 Hint: What happens to concrete over time under constant stress?

Question 2

Easy

Name one factor that influences creep.

💡 Hint: Think about environmental conditions and material properties.

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Question 1

What does creep refer to in concrete?

  • A sudden failure
  • Gradual strain over time
  • Instant deformation

💡 Hint: Which option matches the definition?

Question 2

True or False: Tertiary creep usually occurs in most structural applications.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about how well-engineered structures behave.

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Question 1

Given a concrete beam experiencing sustained loading, develop a formula expressing the total strain considering creep, elastic strain, and shrinkage effects.

💡 Hint: Break down each term into its fundamental contribution under constant loading.

Question 2

Analyze the impact of varying the mix design from a traditional mix to a low water-cement ratio. Discuss how this affects creep characteristics.

💡 Hint: Consider both the short-term handling and long-term performance during your analysis.

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